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RANDOM THOUGHT – PURIFIED

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© When spring comes and the ice disappears from lakes and streams, we can’t wait to clean all the grime of winter from our cars and other vehicles.  It’s kind of a purging of all … Continue reading

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INTRICATE DESIGN

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Our world is full of such amazing design.  How could anyone ever imagine that it’s not created by One who has complete knowledge of every aspect of its conception.  Each geometric shape, each perfect … Continue reading

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MY QUIET PLACE

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Where is the quiet place that you are longing for? Is it in those empty times when waiting to do more? Can you find contentment in the solitude of living? Or does is come … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHTS – PATIENCE

ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER After a long winter, we yearn for the warmth of summer.  In summer we long for the cool of winter.  When we wait patiently, everything comes in its due time.  Be patient and wait … Continue reading

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CAIAPHAS

He was the chief priest of the temple.  The one who would enter the Holy of Holies each year to make the sacrifices of the people to God.  He came by the job after marrying the daughter of Annas, but he was also … Continue reading

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PRAY

Romans 8:26 …. “We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express.” My prayer list seems to get longer every day. The words of the above passage … Continue reading

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YOU LOVE ME, A SINNER

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© You beckon me before your throne.  I have no plea to give. My sins are far too many.  I don’t deserve to live, But still you call to me.  You tell me it’s all right, You … Continue reading

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WRINKLES

Originally posted on atimetoshare.me 2/17/15 Each day seems to etch a new line onto my face.  With all the junk going on in the world it’s enough to make one look like a prune.  I prefer to refer to my wrinkles … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – TRANSITION

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© We all go through times of transition throughout our lives.  Isn’t it good to know that we have the Creator of the Universe leading us to that new destination – beside us to support … Continue reading

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WHO DO YOU TRUST?

Have we become a nation of skeptics? How many of us really trust our government?  In the past few decades, I’ve seen a once strong nation, with strong patriotic and moral values, succumb to the lies of career politicians, stand back … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – HUMILITY

ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER© Statue of St. Francis of Assisi in the St. Paul Conservatory – Como Park, St. Paul, MN Humility can only be accomplished by letting go of everything and turning to God for His steady hand.  … Continue reading

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GOD WITH US!

My mind overflowed with memories.  There was day when I was first approached by the Angel of the Lord.  “The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – MOTION

Original Art by Paul T. Boecher© When the earth was perfectly formed, God was there in the action.  When mankind disobeyed God, they couldn’t hide from Him.  When He determined the payment for sin, He was the one  who provided … Continue reading

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MIRACLES

  Miracles don’t happen every day, but my boy was proving that to be wrong.  He took a small amount of food and turned it into enough to feed five thousand – and that didn’t even include the women and children.  There … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – SIMPLICITY

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Hebrews 13:5 “Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Setting goals for the future … Continue reading

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THOSE HORRIFIC HERODS

Our people had been subjected to foreign rule for as long as I can remember.  The Herods considered themselves to Jews, but they were deeply rooted in the traditions and laws of Rome. Each day was filled with challenges. Women … Continue reading

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THE JOURNEY BEGINS

His wisdom and knowledge of the scriptures surpassed many of the most religious leaders of the synagogue.  As He traveled the coast of the Sea of Galilee, many were amazed at His words  – His healing – His parables  His … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – MORNING

Original Art by Paul T. Boecher© Job 38:12-13 “Have you commanded the morning since your days began, and caused the dawn to know its place, that it might take hold of the ends of the earth, that the wicked might be shaken out of … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – DEATH

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© “The Valley of the Shadow of Death” Deep within the darkness of death, there lies a golden light leading the way to eternity.  Even though terror lies all around, that light continues to shine.  … Continue reading

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AND SO IT BEGINS …

40 days without nourishment – living in a vast emptiness – alone, weary, hungry, weak, easy prey for the adversary.  Jesus was about to begin His ministry as the Holy Spirit led Him into the wilderness to be tempted by the … Continue reading

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